Resolutions

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I recently overheard someone who referenced New Year’s resolutions as being for people who lack self-esteem. Now, for the record, I think this person was simply trying to be funny. At the same time, I watched a video from Gary Vaynerchuk who also made some critical comments regarding the tradition of making resolutions. It seems fashionable to make light of the tradition of making resolutions like a new gym membership being the prime example. I get it, but I don’t get it.

For me, the tradition of making New Year’s resolutions speaks to the resilient nature of people, always aspiring for something better. Maybe it’s to loose weight, find love, get that dream job, quit smoking, be happier, learn to play an instrument, or learn a new language; the options are unlimited. But the motivation is the same, to become a better version of you. There’s nothing wrong with setting personal goals and wanting more out of life. The problem is not setting goals, it’s not achieving your goals. Trust me, I have set many personal goals in my life, which never were realized. Does this fact reduce the value of goal setting? No it doesn’t, but it does raise the issue of personal determination and the lack of a support system.

Let me suggest another goal to include in your list of resolutions. Pay attention to the people around you and what their personal goals are. Make a commitment to help others achieve their goals. Make them accountable to their aspirations and let them know that you’ve got their back. Don’t let them fail. In return, you too will become a better version of yourself. Play it forward fellow boomers, the return-on-investment will be well worth it. Happy New Year!

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